Project Estimator Jobs

Position:Office Team Member - Project Development /Estimating

You are passionate about:

• Working with numbers, obtaining and organizing information.
• Effectively participating in project development in a fast paced environment.
• People, communicating and collaborating well.
• Outstanding design and finish

We are passionate about:

• Setting each of our team members up for success, personally and professionally.
• Helping clients realize their dream homes and cottages.
• Teamwork that engages curiosity, empowers creativity and inspires fun.

Job Title:PROJECT DEVELOPER/ESTIMATOR

Job Summary

Working with the Sales staff and Project Development Manager,the PROJECT DEVELOPER/ESTIMATORwill be responsible for generation of new build and/or remodel project development.Within your portfolio of assigned projects, you will be responsible for obtaining and managing all components required to present pricing and design details to the client. During construction, you will work with the Operations Manager/Site Supervisor to successfully deliver the project. With strong time-management skills you will arrange your own daily schedule, intuitively establishing priorities in an environment subject to change. Having social and customer relations skills you will play a vital role in the overall sales of construction projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1.Perform all duties included in developing an assigned project, including the following but not limited to:

a.Obtaining correct scope of work from Sales, Designer and/or Client.

b.Participation in concept drawing stage, revisions of initial Professional Budget Identification as required.

c.Perform quantity take-offs, obtain material pricing, labour costs, subtrade quotes and compile into estimate.

d.Relaying information to trade contractors and suppliers to receive and evaluate quotes within time deadlines.

e.Creating estimate and detailed written Construction Agreement using all relevant software available

f.Creation of Purchase Orders – communication with field re: material ordering, value engineering, clarification of estimate, etc.

g.Relay of information needed for detailed Job Book for use by Production staff so that the Project will be built as per estimate and scope of work.

h.Participate in Turnover procedure with Production and Sales staff, enabling an informed transition with Site Supervisor and Operations Manager.

i.Calculation of Additional Work Orders (Cost Updates) in ongoing projects with consistent and effective communications between client, field personnel, accounting, and sales

j.Build and Maintain relationships with sub trades and suppliers[NW1]

k.Remain in close contact with Interior Designer to ensure correct material pricing is accounted for as well as keeping up to date with any client selection changes.[NW2]

2.Maintain neat, organized electronic files of working documents in each Project file.

3.Potential driving to client sites with or without Sales personnel

Other

1.Become familiar with energy efficient and “green” building practices.Attendance at energy efficiency –related building courses, (or similar) and related trade shows will be required.

2.Become familiar with Passive House building principles and procedures

3.Maintain ongoing research of up-to-date building products and practices.Assist with decision-making and implementation of new building products and practices.

4.Use current and job audit data to update master estimate with unit rates for future estimates.

Job Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to conceptualize design ideas when corresponding with clients.
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Advanced computer skills, very proficient in use of Spreadsheets (formula creation), Databases, Estimating and Scheduling software
• Ability to apply judgment, correctly prioritize tasks
• Must have valid “G” drivers license, and use of personal vehicle.
• Knowledge of CAD programs an asset.
• Knowledge of building construction project components, the building process and the Building Code.
• Strong self-management, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively within time deadlines, in a fast paced environment, with attention to detail.
• Excellent internal communication skills, customer relations skills

Employment Requirements

• College Diploma or University degree in construction technology, architectural technology or similar field or equivalent in experience
• BCIN License an asset
• Minimum of 5 Years of carpentry or building experience an asset

Effort Required to Perform Job

Mental:

• Ability to concentrate despite interruptions and noise
• Discipline to work co-operatively
• Mental and visual concentration during paper work and calculating, quick grasp of essential concepts and priorities
• Significant use of memory
• Ability to cope in stressful environments and with difficult clients

Physical:

• Ability to climb ladders and balance
• Ability to drive a car or pickup truck
• Ability to physically look at some difficult job specific work sites and client sites

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of computers
• Potential visits to high risk construction sites with occasional high levels of dust
• Potential exposure to moderate to high levels of noise on construction site
• Potential day travel up to 5 hours
• Occasional outdoor exposure
• Frequent interruptions both in person and by phone

An Equal Opportunity Employer